Governor Scott Appointments: Office of the Governor Appointed Chief of Staff was Brad Piepenbrink. He most recently served as deputy chief of staff in the Governor’s Office and previously as political director for Governor Scott’s reelection campaign in 2014. He replaces Jackie Schutz Zeckman. Florida Southwestern State College District Board of Trustees Appointed was Laura Read more about Movers and shakers[…]
SPORTS BETTING The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the State of New Jersey regarding states’ ability to allow sports betting. The Court ruled that existing law prohibiting states other than Nevada from permitting sports books unconstitutional. This may open the door for Florida to allow the same. RED LIGHT CAMERAS In a blow Read more about Legal Updates[…]
U.S. Attorney Selected by President Donald Trump to serve as U.S. attorney in the Middle District of Florida was federal prosecutor Maria Chapa Lopez. She currently serves as interim U.S. attorney in the Middle District, which stretches from Fort Myers to Jacksonville and includes Orlando and Tampa. Her selection by Trump is subject to U.S. Read more about Movers and Shakers[…]
TAX HOLIDAY Hurricane season is just around the corner- Already! Forecasters are predicting another busy storm season with a possibility of up to 17 named storms. So mark your calendars! The hurricane preparedness tax-free holiday for stocking up on batteries, tarps, generators and other hurricane items will be June 1st -7th. More details of what Read more about Hurricane Tax Holiday and Recovery Update[…]
Bills Signed into Law by Governor Scott: AIRBOAT OPERATOR REGULATIONS “Ellies Law” requires a commercial airboat operator to carry a photo ID, proof of completion of an approved boater education course or possess a captain’s license issued by the United States Coast Guard. Operators must also successfully complete a course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first Read more about Legislative Issues[…]